Saab 9-7X Thoughts
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Saab 9-7X Thoughts
I wanna know what do you guys think about the 9-7X
They have a current deal, $2,500 out of pocket, 24 month lease (12k miles/year), $399 month. This plus $2,000 against my current lease.
Maintenance and Roadside assitance are included on the price, so no more oil-change ripoffs.
I need an SUV, dunno which one yet, but these numbers look good.
Anyone?
They have a current deal, $2,500 out of pocket, 24 month lease (12k miles/year), $399 month. This plus $2,000 against my current lease.
Maintenance and Roadside assitance are included on the price, so no more oil-change ripoffs.
I need an SUV, dunno which one yet, but these numbers look good.
Anyone?
The numbers aren't bad at all and with a Saab, you definitely want to lease if you must drive one because it has horrible resale and residual values. The inflated residuals used on these leases have managed to make their lease offers very attractive.
However, seeing as how the 9-7X is essentially a Chevy Trailblazer in different clothing, have you considered the Chevy?
However, seeing as how the 9-7X is essentially a Chevy Trailblazer in different clothing, have you considered the Chevy?
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^^ If I add leather, sunroof, power seats, etc to the trailblazer, the price goes up, and there are no lease offers (unfortunately with american cars, leasing is always a bad option, 9-7X is the exception in this case).
Looking just on the options that come standard with the 9-7X, and the leasing deal, seems to be a good deal really. 24 months.
Looking just on the options that come standard with the 9-7X, and the leasing deal, seems to be a good deal really. 24 months.
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Yes, check this out:
I already asked a couple of dealers, and the $2,000 against my current lease can be combined with this deal. GM is offering the extra 2 grand as a certificate I need to present at the dealer.
http://www.saabusa.com/saabjsp/offer....jsp?region=se
Yes, check this out:
2006 9-7X 4.2i
Automatic transmission
Starting at $399 mo./24 mo.*
$2,499 due at lease inception (includes down pmt., acq. fee & first mo. pmt.)
Automatic transmission
Starting at $399 mo./24 mo.*
$2,499 due at lease inception (includes down pmt., acq. fee & first mo. pmt.)
http://www.saabusa.com/saabjsp/offer....jsp?region=se
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I, and saab fans alike, loathe the 9-7X. It basically appears to be an ugly trailblazer. I guess loath isn't the right word, because if you gave me one in black, I'd take it. I would, however, prefer its GMC or Chevrolet counterpart.
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I don't know much about GM's plans for this model, but didn't they just announce plans to kill both the Trailblazer and Envoy?
If that's true, then the 97x is already living on borrowed time IMO (kind of like the Oldsmobile Bravada a few years ago). Did you see what happened to Bravada values once it was slashed from the lineup? Not pretty.
I wouldn't be a fan of driving a discontinued car (if that actually happens).
If that's true, then the 97x is already living on borrowed time IMO (kind of like the Oldsmobile Bravada a few years ago). Did you see what happened to Bravada values once it was slashed from the lineup? Not pretty.
I wouldn't be a fan of driving a discontinued car (if that actually happens).
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^^ I went for a test drive, and I concur, but the first one that said "no way" was my wife, even without getting inside. It feels heavy, I did not feel any sport suspension while driving, it is not tall enough, and the interior, there is no Saab interior there, just a Traiblazer with a Saab Logo. $39K MSRP? That's why they have them sitting on the lot.
As soon as I said I am not taking it, they offered $0 inceptions, $399 x 24 months, and addiotionally the $2,000 against my current lease. That's how desperate they are.
I ended up going to see the Cadillar SRX (as they are also GM), and I really liked how it drives, there was a special for $700 inceptions, 39 months x $349 + $2,000 against my current lease. I asked for a White with Navi, and offered 25 bucks more a month. Will see if they find one.
As soon as I said I am not taking it, they offered $0 inceptions, $399 x 24 months, and addiotionally the $2,000 against my current lease. That's how desperate they are.
I ended up going to see the Cadillar SRX (as they are also GM), and I really liked how it drives, there was a special for $700 inceptions, 39 months x $349 + $2,000 against my current lease. I asked for a White with Navi, and offered 25 bucks more a month. Will see if they find one.
Wow...GM is really desperate to get some of these SUVs off the lot. From the numbers you're presenting, they're losing a bunch of money on each of these since the residuals are so ridiculously inflated.
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I like the 9-3, and the wagon looks nice, but it is small. 9-3 retains the Saab heritage.
On the other hand, if Cadillac does not find the SRX I want, well, I just will wait till my lease expires in December. I want to see the new MDX; at least I know that it will have bluetooth for sure.
On the other hand, if Cadillac does not find the SRX I want, well, I just will wait till my lease expires in December. I want to see the new MDX; at least I know that it will have bluetooth for sure.
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Wow...GM is really desperate to get some of these SUVs off the lot. From the numbers you're presenting, they're losing a bunch of money on each of these since the residuals are so ridiculously inflated.
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I recently bought a new RX350 and I looked at the SRX when I was comparing. I didn't really care about the 3rd row seat so that really didn't play into my decision at all, but from my drives I definitely think that there are better options out there. I drove probably 12-15 different SUV's, and the only ones that I had to go drive again to make my final decision were the RX350, MDX and the Touareg. I thought that for how much the Caddy cost it just felt cheap, especially when compared to the new GM suv's (Tahoe, Yukon, Escalade). But then again that is just what I thought.
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The 9-7X is a 'stopgap' for SAAB. GM never intended it to be around long.
Considering it's not terribly different from the TrailBlazer/Envoy/Rainier, it's way overpriced, the same way that the Lincoln Navigator is a mega-profit Ford Expedition.
Considering it's not terribly different from the TrailBlazer/Envoy/Rainier, it's way overpriced, the same way that the Lincoln Navigator is a mega-profit Ford Expedition.
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Ok, we went to the try another breed, this time Volvo, taking advantage of the year-end model.
We ultimately decided to buy it;
Brand new XC90 + Premium Package (leather, sun roof, 6 CD changer, etc) + Versatillity Package (3rd row seat), MSRP $42,364.
Sign & Drive:
$0 due at signing, just paid for my tags.
$458 + tax for 24 months (23 payments remaining as the dealer covered the first one).
10,500 miles a year.
The dealer even paid $500 for a security deposit that I should get back when returning the car.
Couldn't pass the deal really. New Volvo owner.
We ultimately decided to buy it;
Brand new XC90 + Premium Package (leather, sun roof, 6 CD changer, etc) + Versatillity Package (3rd row seat), MSRP $42,364.
Sign & Drive:
$0 due at signing, just paid for my tags.
$458 + tax for 24 months (23 payments remaining as the dealer covered the first one).
10,500 miles a year.
The dealer even paid $500 for a security deposit that I should get back when returning the car.
Couldn't pass the deal really. New Volvo owner.
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Originally Posted by zamo
20 cents a mile. Based on our averages, thats enough. Worst case scenario, we use the other car which is paid for 
man i'd pay 1500 bucks every year i'd own the car cause i drive 25k a year. this another reason why i'd never lease a car.
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Originally Posted by Water-S
20 cents a mile a bit high for penalty.
man i'd pay 1500 bucks every year i'd own the car cause i drive 25k a year. this another reason why i'd never lease a car.
man i'd pay 1500 bucks every year i'd own the car cause i drive 25k a year. this another reason why i'd never lease a car.
Plus the tax, tag, dealer fees, etc.The altima covers my ass for long driving.
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From: Anna,OH(home of the honda/acura motors)
Originally Posted by zamo
Thanks, you got a very good point. Safe choice. Even insurance is lower if compared with the CL.
i'd miss shifting gears.
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so i take it your gonna sell the CL.
i'd miss shifting gears.
i'd miss shifting gears.
But, I am still making some numbers. There is a possibility that I can keep the CL.
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Dunno if it matters for anyone, but Saab Came with a deal this week only.
$389 x 26 payments with $0 due at signing and you get one.
$389 x 26 payments with $0 due at signing and you get one.
Lease Offer
2006 9-7X 4.2i
Automatic transmission
Starting at $389 mo./27 mo.*
$0 due at lease inception
First month's payment and security deposit waived
Residency restrictions apply. ‡
Effective: 8/29/2006 - 9/5/2006
Subject to credit approval. Delivery must be taken out of participating dealer inventory by September 5, 2006. Each dealer sets its own price. Your payments may vary. No security deposit required. Dealer financial participation may affect consumer cost. ‡Residency restrictions apply. Terms apply to a new 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i based on MSRP of $39,240.00. Lease payment for the Saab 9-7X 4.2i is $388.98 for 27 months, totaling $ 10,502.46. Payments may be higher in some states. Option to purchase at lease end for $27,860.40 (plus taxes, insurance, title and registration fees). Customer is liable for a mileage charge of $.25 per mile over 22,500 miles and for excess wear and tear. Not available with other program offers. Call 1 800 SAAB USA for important program details and limitations. SEE YOUR PARTICIPATING SAAB DEALER FOR COMPLETE DETAILS ON THESE AND OTHER LEASE AND FINANCE PROGRAMS. ©2006 SAAB AUTOMOBILE USA
2006 9-7X 4.2i
Automatic transmission
Starting at $389 mo./27 mo.*
$0 due at lease inception
First month's payment and security deposit waived
Residency restrictions apply. ‡
Effective: 8/29/2006 - 9/5/2006
Subject to credit approval. Delivery must be taken out of participating dealer inventory by September 5, 2006. Each dealer sets its own price. Your payments may vary. No security deposit required. Dealer financial participation may affect consumer cost. ‡Residency restrictions apply. Terms apply to a new 2006 Saab 9-7X 4.2i based on MSRP of $39,240.00. Lease payment for the Saab 9-7X 4.2i is $388.98 for 27 months, totaling $ 10,502.46. Payments may be higher in some states. Option to purchase at lease end for $27,860.40 (plus taxes, insurance, title and registration fees). Customer is liable for a mileage charge of $.25 per mile over 22,500 miles and for excess wear and tear. Not available with other program offers. Call 1 800 SAAB USA for important program details and limitations. SEE YOUR PARTICIPATING SAAB DEALER FOR COMPLETE DETAILS ON THESE AND OTHER LEASE AND FINANCE PROGRAMS. ©2006 SAAB AUTOMOBILE USA
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